Warehouse & Logistics Technician

Summary of role

The Warehouse and Logistics Technician supports results in a fast-paced environment by managing material handling, shipping and receiving, and warehouse operations, while ensuring proper documentation and data entry.

Essential Functions

• Proficient in receiving and documenting all incoming shipments, entering and ensuring timely document recording and data entry into software.
• Create and complete Sterling receiving documentation and internal labelling requirements.
• Utilize SDS sheets to safely handle and store chemicals.
• Process and resolve receiving and invoice inquiries.
• Receive and deliver letters and packages to various recipients.
• Responsible for all material handling: reserve and stage materials, pull items based on FIFO and FEFO principles, prepare documents for outgoing shipments, clean storage areas, conduct physical inventory, and perform safety inspections.
• Maintain an orderly system for chemical storage using FIFO methods and segregation rules, and manage KanBan areas.
• Clean storage rooms as required and ensure a clean work environment.
• Operate forklifts, pallet-jacks, and other material handling equipment safely.
• Complete routine safety inspections of equipment according to department procedures.
• Adhere to OSHA regulations and ensure compliance with cGMP and other relevant company training requirements.

Education and Experience

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of Shipping/Receiving/Warehouse or Inventory management experience, preferably in a chemical environment with handling of dangerous goods shipments.

Travel Requirement

Up to 5% travel required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly stand, bend, sit, walk, crawl, stoop, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and move drums or pallets of up to 2400 pounds with the use of a drum truck, pallet jack, or forklift.
• Close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, and observe color changes.
• Moderate to noisy noise level, exposure to airborne particles and fumes, and exposure to various chemicals.
• Must be able to wear basic PPE as required.

Diversity and Inclusion

Sterling values diversity and promotes an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, past or present military service, marital status, gender identity or expression, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), or any other protected characteristic as established by law.